The British Coatings Federation (BCF) announced the finalists for its 2025 Awards following judging by independent panels across 13 categories. More than 70 entries were submitted, covering areas such as sustainability, diversity, training and marketing.

New for 2025 is the Rising Star Award, introduced in memory of Callum Plummer, to recognize promising individuals early in their careers. Winners will be announced at the awards dinner on November 12, 2025, at Carden Park in Chester. The shortlist for the BCF Coatings Care Awards will be released in the coming weeks.

Sponsors include Stort Group, BASF, Verlingue, Xyntra, Fenton Packaging, Tronox Pigments, PALEUS Acrylics, Dacrylate Paints and Lisam.

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